Sidharth Malhotra and Tamannaah Bhatia’s supernatural fantasy thriller The Vvan: Force of the Forest opened to ₹8 crore net in India on Friday, September 25, while Nani-starrer The Paradise recorded a 57% drop in domestic collections on its second day, according to industry trade tracker Sacnilk.
The Vvan Box Office Breakdown: Solid Day 1 Debut
Directed by Deepak Kumar Mishra and Arunabh Kumar, The Vvan: Force of the Forest accumulated ₹8 crore net (India) on its opening day from 6,746 shows nationwide.
The film’s overall India gross collection touched ₹9.60 crore on Day 1.
The Hindi 2D version registered an overall occupancy rate of 28.25% on Friday.
Audiences turned up heavily during late hours, with night shows registering the highest occupancy at 41.46%, followed by evening shows at 26.08%, afternoon shows at 24%, and morning shows at 12.23%.
“The Vvan combines rich folk legend with high-stakes supernatural horror, creating a distinct atmosphere that pulled strong late-night crowds across tier-1 and tier-2 markets,” noted trade analytical reports tracked by Sacnilk.
Plot & Premise: Fantasy Horror Set in Rural Bihar
The Vvan: Force of the Forest centers around Rishi (Sidharth Malhotra), a staunch rationalist who travels to his ancestral village in Bihar alongside his wife Mamta (Tamannaah Bhatia).
Rishi’s pragmatic view of the world is disrupted when he confronts the local villagers’ deeply rooted belief systems surrounding a nearby forbidden forest.
Driven by skepticism, Rishi enters the cursed woods and inadvertently breaks an ancient, mystical seal.
This action unleashes a dangerous supernatural force that threatens his life, forces him to re-evaluate reality, and plunges the entire village into severe peril.
The Paradise Second Day Box Office: Global Total Reaches ₹98.50 Crore
In contrast, Srikanth Odela’s directorial The Paradise, starring Nani, experienced a noticeable normalization after a stellar opening.
Following a massive ₹76.50 crore opening at the worldwide box office, The Paradise collected approximately ₹22 crore globally on its second day (Friday).
This brings the film’s two-day cumulative worldwide gross to an impressive ₹98.50 crore.
In the domestic market, the film earned ₹14.90 crore net in India on Friday, marking a 57% drop from its Thursday opening.
Despite the day-two decline, the film’s total domestic tally reached ₹61.15 crore net.
The Paradise maintained an overall occupancy rate of 31% across 7,046 shows in India on its second day.
Narrative Overview: Period Action Drama Set in Secunderabad
Set against the gritty backdrop of 1980s Secunderabad, The Paradise explores the intense struggles of a marginalized community fighting for survival, rights, and dignity against brutal feudal oppression.
The ensemble cast includes prominent actors such as Mohan Babu, Raghav Juyal, Kayadu Lohar, Sonali Kulkarni, Sampoornesh Babu, and Keerthy Suresh.
Box Office Data Summary Table
| Film | Day / Date | India Net Collection | India Gross | Worldwide Gross | Total Shows Tracked |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Vvan: Force of the Forest | Day 1 (Fri) | ₹8.00 Cr | ₹9.60 Cr | TBD | 6,746 |
| The Paradise | Day 2 (Fri) | ₹14.90 Cr | — | ₹22.00 Cr | 7,046 |
| The Paradise (Cumulative) | Days 1–2 | ₹61.15 Cr | — | ₹98.50 Cr | — |
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
What is the Day 1 box office collection of The Vvan?
The Vvan: Force of the Forest earned ₹8 crore net in India on its first day (September 25). The film recorded a total India gross of ₹9.60 crore across 6,746 shows, driven primarily by strong night show occupancies reaching 41.46%.
How much did Nani’s The Paradise collect on its second day?
The Paradise collected ₹14.90 crore net in India on its second day, representing a 57% drop from its opening day. Globally, it added ₹22 crore gross on Day 2, pushing its overall worldwide total to ₹98.50 crore.
Who directed The Vvan and who stars in it?
The Vvan: Force of the Forest is directed jointly by Deepak Kumar Mishra and Arunabh Kumar. The core cast features Sidharth Malhotra as Rishi and Tamannaah Bhatia as his wife, Mamta, alongside a supporting cast of folk-inspired characters.
What is the plot of The Vvan: Force of the Forest?
The film follows Rishi, a rationalist who visits his ancestral village in Bihar. Upon breaking an ancient seal inside a forbidden forest despite local warnings, he accidentally unleashes an ancient supernatural force that forces him to question his scientific beliefs.
What is the overall domestic collection of The Paradise so far?
As of its second day in theaters, The Paradise has secured ₹61.15 crore net in India. The film maintained an average domestic occupancy rate of 31% across 7,046 shows on its first Friday.
Conclusion & Weekend Outlook
The initial box office numbers highlight distinct audience dynamics across regional and mainstream Hindi markets.
The Vvan opened on steady ground, benefiting from late-night horror-thriller enthusiasts.
Its path to becoming a theatrical success depends heavily on word-of-mouth growth and strong Saturday-Sunday momentum across urban centers.
Meanwhile, The Paradise is comfortably positioned to breach the ₹100-crore global milestone early on Saturday, driven by its massive initial start despite the expected second-day stabilization.